A PSNI spokeswoman said police received reports of what is believed to be an arson attack at the premises at approximately 4.20am on Sunday.

There was also reports of an explosion which police believe was caused by a back draft, and not an explosive device.

Inspector Mark Cavanagh would appeal to anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area or who has any information to contact Police at Woodbourne on the non-emergency number 101.

Sinn Fein representative Rosie McCorley has condemned the incident.

"I attended the scene this morning and met with the owner who is totally devastated," she said.

"The man who has built up his local businesses over twenty years by servicing the community has seen two businesses, a barber shop and a taxi office destroyed.

“I will be working with him in order to get these businesses alternative premises so we can minimise any potential job losses."

A2B Cabs and JJ's Barbers on the Glen Road Belfast were left damaged following an overnight fire.
John Paul McCusker looks at what is left of his barbers with Stephen Comerford owner of A2B Cabs.
Picture Colm O'Reilly

A2B Cabs and JJ's Barbers on the Glen Road Belfast were left damaged following an overnight fire.
John Paul McCusker looks at what is left of his barbers
Picture Colm O'Reilly

A2B Cabs and JJ's Barbers on the Glen Road Belfast were left damaged following an overnight fire.
Picture Colm O'Reilly

A2B Cabs and JJ's Barbers on the Glen Road Belfast were left damaged following an overnight fire.
Picture Colm O'Reilly

A2B Cabs and JJ's Barbers on the Glen Road Belfast were left damaged following an overnight fire.
Picture Colm O'Reilly